CHARM OF THE NETHERLANDS 2025
Brussels
6 days
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Itinerary
- Arrival at the hotel in Brussels (hotel transfer is not included) and free day to explore the city at your own pace. Bed and breakfast at the Park Inn by Radisson, Radisson Brussels Midi and Mercure Brussels Centro Midi hotel or similar.
- After enjoying breakfast, in the morning we will take a pleasant tour of Brussels. We will contemplate the majestic Palace of Justice, admire the Great Sablon Square, see the famous statue of the Manneken Piss and finally enjoy the beautiful Grand Square and the bustling life of its streets. Brussels is considered the Capital of Europe and the epicentre of the European Union. It is also the headquarters of NATO and other major international organizations, cementing it as a hub of global politics and diplomacy. Go to the Royal Palace of Brussels: This palace is the official residence of the King of the Belgians. Bed and breakfast at the Park Inn by Radisson, Radisson Brussels Midi and Mercure Brussels Centro Midi hotel or similar.
- We will have breakfast at our hotel. Then we will take a trip to the past and head towards Ghent, the third largest city in Belgium. Ghent features the impressive St. Bavo's Cathedral, a symbol of the city and home to the famous painting Van Eyck's 'Adoration of the Mystic Lamb'. We will also see the Herb Dock, a port area that still retains the charm of the old guilds that made the city famous. We will have time for lunch in Ghent. In the afternoon, we will head towards Bruges, known as the 'Venice of the North'. It is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the world. We will walk through its cobbled streets, pass by the Basilica of the Holy Blood containing a relic of the blood of Christ, visit the Market Square and admire its picturesque canals. In the evening, enjoy its local cuisine and don't forget to savour some of the delicacies of Belgian chocolate. Bed and breakfast at the Novotel Bruges Centrum or similar.
- After breakfast we will get on our coach and leave Bruges heading to Antwerp. Known as the 'City of Diamonds'. About 84% of the world's uncut diamonds pass through here.We will make a short stop at 'La Grote Markt': The central square of Antwerp that is surrounded by impressive guild buildings and crowned by the majestic Cathedral of Our Lady. Afterwards, we will continue our route north until we reach The Hague, the third most populous city in the Netherlands, seat of the government and parliament of the Netherlands. In The Hague, we will take a panoramic tour of this lively city where we will get to know some of the most emblematic places, such as the Binnenhof (seat of the Dutch Parliament), the Peace Palace and the International Criminal Court. After this panoramic tour, we will continue this journey to our final destination, Amsterdam. Bed and breakfast at Leonardo Royal Amsterdam, Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam (Arena Boulevard) or similar.
- We will start the day with a panoramic walk through the city of Amsterdam, one of the most charming cities in the Netherlands. During the tour, we will admire the famous Dam Square, the nerve centre of the city, surrounded by buildings and the majestic Royal Palace of the seventeenth century, official residence of the Dutch Royal Family. The colourful Flower Market, a sea of colours and aromas, famous for its tulips and other fresh flowers. In the afternoon, we will enjoy a relaxing cruise along Amsterdam's iconic canals, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will sail along its narrow waterways and admire the beautiful gable houses, historic bridges and lively city life. The cruise will last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. After the cruise, we will have free time to explore Amsterdam at our own pace. We recommend visiting one of the many museums in the city, such as the Van Gogh Museum, the Rembrandt Museum or the Anne Frank House. Bed and breakfast at Leonardo Royal Amsterdam, Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam (Arena Boulevard) or similar.
- Free day in Amsterdam and end of services.
Included
- Accommodation: 5 nights of accommodation and breakfast in the hotels indicated in the itinerary or similar. The assignment of specific hotels will be confirmed at the time of booking or up to 30 days prior to tour departure.
- Tickets: Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Essential activity of about 75 minutes long.
- Tours of Brussels, Ghent, Bruges, The Hague and Amsterdam.
Not included
- Luggage compartments not included: Luggage storage service is not included in the package price. You will have to take care of transporting your own luggage.
Important Notes
- Attention travelers! When you arrive at your hotel in Brussels, Bruges or Amsterdam, please note that you will have to pay an individual city tax. This tax, also known as a tourist tax or accommodation tax applies to all visitors staying in hotels, hostels and other accommodation within the city. The city tax varies between €3 and €7 per person per night, depending on the category of the accommodation and is used to finance local services such as cleaning, security and tourism promotion.
- CANCELLATION FEES: In case of cancellation for individual reservations (less than 5 rooms per reservation) the penalty will be as follows: Between 11 and 24 days before departure …………………. 25% Between 2 and 10 days before departure …………………. 60% Less than 48 hours or “no show” ……………100%
